You might wonder: How does this prism differ from others? A wedge prism has two surfaces that aren’t parallel—they form a slight angle, like a thin wedge of cheese. This angle makes light refract (bend) as it passes through. Our prism is made with high precision, meaning the angle is measured and crafted to exact standards. You use it in instruments like spectrometers, microscopes, or telescopes where even a tiny light shift matters. The glass is clear and durable, ensuring long-lasting performance in your devices.
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Material | BK7 or UV Fused Silica |
Design Wavelength | K9:632.8nm,n=1.515@632.8nm |
Dimension Tolerance | +0/-0.2mm |
Thickness | 3mm on the thinnest edge |
Surface Quality | 60/40 |
Clear Aperture | >90% |
Flatness | <λ/4@632.8nm |
Wedge Angle Tolerance | <3 arc minutes |
Deviation Angle | 1°-10° |
Coating | None, Available |
You can’t afford errors in your instruments. Our prism is manufactured with tight tolerances, so the wedge angle is consistent every time. This precision ensures light bends exactly as needed, whether you’re separating colors in a spectrometer or adjusting a telescope’s view. You’ll notice clearer images and more accurate measurements—no guesswork involved.
Instruments often face vibrations, temperature changes, or dust. Our prism is made from high-quality optical glass that resists scratches and thermal expansion. The glass surface is smooth and stable, so it won’t warp or lose clarity over time. You can use it in harsh environments without worrying about performance degradation.
You don’t want complicated setups. Our wedge prism fits standard instrument designs, so you can install it without special tools or adapters. Whether your device is new or retrofitted, the prism works seamlessly. It’s a plug-and-play solution that saves you time and effort during setup.
Let’s break down the science. When light enters the prism, the wedge shape causes it to refract at a specific angle. You can rotate or tilt the prism to adjust how much the light bends. In a spectrometer, this separates different wavelengths of light for analysis. In a microscope, it corrects light paths to improve image sharpness. The key is control—you decide how the light behaves, making your instruments more reliable and accurate.
In research labs, you need precision. Use this prism in spectrometers to study light spectra, or in interferometers to measure tiny distances. Its stability ensures your experiments produce consistent results, even after hours of use.
In manufacturing, quality control is key. The prism works in laser alignment tools or optical comparators, helping machines verify part dimensions with light. Its durability stands up to factory vibrations and temperature swings, keeping your production lines running smoothly.
In healthcare, accuracy saves lives. This prism is used in diagnostic tools like optical coherence tomography (OCT), which creates detailed images of tissues. Its precise light bending ensures clear, high-resolution scans for better patient care.
You deserve components that deliver on performance. Our high precision optical glass wedge prism offers the accuracy, durability, and ease of use your instruments need. Don’t let imprecise light paths hold you back—switch to a prism designed for your success. Your instruments will work better, and you’ll get more reliable results every time.